Mom vs. the Dot: Making it COUNT!

Some of you may wonder what we really do in homeschool.  My first post didn't give you much indication, except that I've tried to instill a good ethic in our kids. Usually, we do 3 or more subjects.  Math, reading, writing (the 3 R's). Singapore math and computer games for review. The Reading Lesson (for Hulk Boy grade 1) Pick something interesting to read (everyone else) Picture journal entries (this is a big hit!)  We try to do an art project each month.   Here are some self-portraits I think   turned out well. We also have workbooks for grammar (Daily Grammar), Bible (A Reason for), and spelling (A Reason For).  We do those on alternating days so as not to burn out the kids or me!  We are also trying out Life of Fred books.  We made it through Apples together and are now working on Australia. Everything else is bonus. We watch JellyTelly for devotions. We sing all sorts of songs - from goofy to worship....

We have chosen to homeschool our kids while living on one income.  We love field trips...but we can't often do expensive things.  So, I took on the challenge and found some really great field trips close to home at little to no cost.  How great is that?  I post these not necessarily because everyone that reads the blog lives in our area (that is surely not the case).  Rather, this post is designed to shake up your mental juices so that you can discover some great free field trips for your family in your part of the world, too! Check out your local colleges or universities! The local library offers all sorts of programs for kids and adults. Browse zoo and museum schedules - you may find they have FREE days! Call up local food establishments and ask if they do tours. Contact the post office, fire station, police station, or ambulance service to ask if they would do a presentation. Ask a farmer if you can tour their farm! I recently scheduled an outing...